![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Table of ContentsBUYING & PREPARATIONLearn about the health benefits of chicory lettuce for FREEYou'll receive free access to our entire website including healthy recipes, nutritional diet plans, medicinal uses of ingredients, & ayurvedic health tips. Sign in once and you can use our website indefinitely..WHY EAT AN AYURVEDIC DIET?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. An Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body type and the specific imbalances you are working with at any given time. Ayurveda shows you your specific body type’s needs and what should be favored in your Ayurvedic menu. Watch as you eat less but feel more satisfied because what you are eating truly nourishes you. Since Ayurveda believes all disease begins in the digestive tract, food is your first medicine. By eating a healthy diet that’s ideal for your body, you experience optimal health.Is Chicory Lettuce Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/4 lbs SPECIES: Cichorium intybus FAMILY:
Asteraceae EAT IN: AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSSee a complete list of all biocharacteristics.
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The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Here are the herbal actions of Chicory Lettuce: ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.OPTHALMICBenefits the eyes, vision tonic.REFRIGERANTAn herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes fats / cleanses blood vessels by 1) purging bile, 2) strengthening the liver's ability to metabolize fats, 3) by increasing uptake of cholesterol in the liver, and 4) by inhibiting fat cells.![]() Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Chicory Lettuce with these FoodsRed Leaf Lettuce Red Leaf Lettuce has these Actions in CommonBlood-thinner, Opthalmic, Cholagogue, Refrigerant, Alterative, HypolipidemicCilantro Cilantro has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Cholagogue, Anti-inflammatory, Hypolipidemic, Blood-thinner, RefrigerantEndive Endive has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Hypolipidemic, Anti-inflammatory, Refrigerant, CholagogueRomaine Lettuce Romaine Lettuce has these Actions in CommonCholagogue, Alterative, Hypolipidemic, Blood-thinner, RefrigerantPomegranate Pomegranate has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Opthalmic, Anti-inflammatory, Refrigerant, CholagogueAloe Vera Gel Aloe Vera Gel has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Cholagogue, Anti-inflammatory, Hypolipidemic, Blood-thinnerAloe Vera Juice Aloe Vera Juice has these Actions in CommonBlood-thinner, Alterative, Cholagogue, Anti-inflammatory, HypolipidemicHibiscus Hibiscus has these Actions in CommonCholagogue, Anti-inflammatory, Opthalmic, Blood-thinner, RefrigerantDandelion Leaves Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in CommonBlood-thinner, Alterative, Cholagogue, Anti-inflammatory, HypolipidemicBeets Beets has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Opthalmic, Blood-thinner, Alterative, CholagogueCompare Chicory Lettuce with these Herb SupplementsBitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz) Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz) has these Actions in CommonHypolipidemic, Refrigerant, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Blood-thinner, CholagogueNeem Leaf Neem Leaf has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Blood-thinner, Cholagogue, Hypolipidemic, RefrigerantDandelion Root Dandelion Root has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Hypolipidemic, RefrigerantGoldenseal Goldenseal has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Opthalmic, Refrigerant, AlterativeRed Root Red Root has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Blood-thinner, RefrigerantBarberry Barberry has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, RefrigerantCleavers Cleavers has these Actions in CommonRefrigerant, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Blood-thinnerYellow Dock Yellow Dock has these Actions in CommonCholagogue, Refrigerant, Alterative, Anti-inflammatoryBrahmi - Gotu Kola Brahmi - Gotu Kola has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, Refrigerant, AlterativeBhumyamalaki Bhumyamalaki has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Cholagogue, HypolipidemicGuggulu Guggulu has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Blood-thinner, HypolipidemicHEALTH & WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS!(Not you? Keep scrolling!) HOW DOES EATING AYURVEDICALLY MAKE YOU FEEL?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. Food digests with ease when right for your body type (dosha). Healthy digestion is seen as the cornerstone of well-being in Ayurveda. Healthy digestion generally prevents illness. If you do get sick, a strong digestive fire reduces the severity of illness and increases your resilience. It also improves your mood. Once you begin eating Ayurvedically, you will feel refreshed, vital and strong.View Other Ingredients for SpringChicory Lettuce is recommended for Spring. Check out these other Spring foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Chicory Lettuce'Do you like 'chicory lettuce'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'chicory lettuce'?148 likes ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSChicory Lettuce may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any food for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.About the Author John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 6 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language. |